“(T)he PNP has said they want this tokhang operation to be less bloody. We are hoping it will be and we welcome the statement by the PNP as reaffirming their commitment to the rule of law,” sabi ni Roque sa press briefing kahapon.

“No instructions. These guidelines of the PNP are voluntarily made. And of course, they are now conducting Tokhang also with the involvement of PDEA (Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency) or that has retained the lead in the implementation of the Dangerous Drugs Law,” ani Roque.